(a) whether the Government has consulted the Central Vigilance Commission twice as
per the present system for delay in taking action against the guilty officials;
(b) if so, whether a proposal to implement single phase process instead of two phase
process has been/is being considered with a view to ensure speedy action against officials
convicted in corruption; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor and the reaction of the Government in this regard?
Minister of State in the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions and Minister
of State in the Prime Minister’s Office. (SHRI V. NARAYANASAMY)
(a) & (b): The Central Vigilance Commission is consulted at two stages in vigilance/
corruption cases, first stage advice is obtained on the investigation reports and second
stage advice is obtained before a final decision is taken at the conclusion of the proceedings
by the Central Government Ministries/Departments/Organisations.
In order to ensure speedy finalization of disciplinary matters, it has been decided to dispense
with the second stage consultation with the CVC. However, in those cases where consultation with
UPSC is not required as per extant rules/instructions, the second stage consultation with CVC
would continue.
Consultation with CVC is not required in cases of proceedings instituted under Rule 19
(i) of the
Central Civil Services (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules, 1965 against Government servants
convicted in corruption cases by Courts of Law.
(c): Does not arise.